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Sheikh Zayed Eye Care Hospital Visits

Monday, 30 June 2008 00:00 | E-mail

In February and March 36 children from the school were screened at the Sheikh Zayed regional eye care hospital. Some have had to go back for additional consultation and may require operations. One boy, Baboucarr Kah who is in the nursery class, was lucky to get both eyes operated on and is now gaining a little sight in terms of vision. Before he was totally blind. Alieu Gaye also benefited from cataract surgery and is coping well after the operation. A critical operation needs to be performed on Essa and the doctors are looking to see if it can be done this month.

Ali Sallah, itinerant (peripatetic) teacher

A thank you for Braille and audio story books

Sunday, 29 June 2008 00:00 | E-mail

Thousands of Braille and audio books have been sent to the school in the Gambia thanks to Nicky Searle.

Yarmouth Beer Raffle

Friday, 27 June 2008 12:40 | E-mail

The keg of beer donated by Bill Russell of the Black Friars Brewery in Yarmouth was raffled at the Caister-on-Sea Carnival on Sunday, June 29, and raised £80 for Friends of GOVI funds.

Successful Overland Journey to Deliver Equipment

Friday, 27 June 2008 12:36 | E-mail

David Pointon and Ken Nicholas had a successful and busy time in the Gambia after their drive overland in March. Half the proceeds from the sale of the car that they drove overland was given to the school.

The Running Man

Monday, 16 June 2008 12:28 | E-mail

Steve Pullinger, Chief Reporter of the Archant at Great Yarmouth, had planned to run the London Marathon in April to raise funds for the Friends of GOVI. But unfortunately he broke his foot and could not do so. He will be running in something similar as soon as he is able. We wish him a speedy recovery and thank him for his valiant efforts.

World Food Prices Affect GOVI Children's Feeding Fund

Wednesday, 16 April 2008 12:32 | E-mail

The rise in the cost of food throughout the world is affecting the feeding programme at the school.

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